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11 - Vol 3 - Issue 3 - Autumn 1994 - Digital Copy

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This issue includes the most complex home built machine we have done - a self propelled large square bale, built on a combine chassis...

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This issue includes the most complex home built machine we have done - a self propelled large square bale, built on a combine chassis. Issue 3-3 has a unique pasture renovator that works well in stony ground; a high tip trailer; a silage trailer with a curtain rear door; dairy farmers will be fascinated by innovations from a farm in Ireland - vertical gates - dividing gates - small water trough system to provide clean fresh drinking water at all times. There's a simple wheel handler; and a wonderful turn signal for a tractor; a big bale trailer with a division down the middle to support the load; many workshop tips..